Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Giant Schnauzer

Compare the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Giant Schnauzer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Giant Schnauzers.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Giant Schnauzer
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
55-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1807 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Dry eye
Glaucoma
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Giant Schnauzer
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Black
Black and Tan
Fawn
Salt and Pepper
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